Zelensky on bombing the Russian data centers: “It’s pretty clear where the bots were coming from.”
Dave Kearn
@davekearnjr.bsky.social
Son, brother, uncle. Teacher, retired bartender, (slowly) improving golfer. RIP E.B. “It’s a fragile thing, this life we lead…”
I would once again like to raise a middle finger to the people who said Biden was doing lawfare. THIS is lawfare.
Cameron 🇺🇸🗽🦅@cameroncorduroy.bsky.social · 17h agoif you said in 2024 that Donald Trump would send federal agents to raid the homes of Democratic Congresspeople on fake criminal charges you would be dismissed as hysterical
Twenty-five years ago, a series of anthrax-filled letters sparked fear across the United States. Are we any better prepared for a bioterrorism event today? I think we are. almauroni.substack.com/p/twenty-fiv...
Twenty-Five Years After Amerithrax
We may be better prepared for bioterrorism, but it’s not clear how much
almauroni.substack.com
When the rank corruption and political pandering runs headlong into national security interests… …and of course we all know what this degenerate lunatic will choose.
Catherine Rampell@crampell.bsky.social · yesterdayUS threatens to block arms for Ukraine over attacks on Russian refineries www.ft.com/content/68fd...
Hence everything since is a reflection of the failing of the teachers’ unions… or something. 🙃🙄
Megyn seems like such a big-hearted, kind, empathetic person. I just cannot believe this. 🙃
Media Matters for America@mmfa.bsky.social · last wk.Megyn Kelly: "...this is probably a first for her. She's probably thrilled to be so admired because she clearly didn't grow up the incredibly beautiful one."
In #CurrentsInUSForeignPolicy that Charmaine Willis (@cnwillis.bsky.social) & I run, I wrote about the Trump-Russia diesel deal: cusfp.substack.com/p/us-russia-...
US-Russia diesel deal is all fumes
The Trump Administration’s diesel deal with Russia will bring little relief at the pump
cusfp.substack.com
Needless to say, even if the Dems only take the House, hearings on the prosecution of the Iran war and the tragic and unnecessary deaths of American service members should start on Day One. And Hegseth should be impeached.
The Washington Post@washingtonpost.com · 3d agoBreaking news: The Pentagon acknowledged that the number of troops who have died in the Middle East during its operations against Iran is higher than previously reported, and updated the official count to include two more noncombat deaths.
These people really are on another planet!
Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com · 3d agoWhite House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia nods along on Fox & Friends as Rachel Campos-Duffy blasts that "ingrate Zelenskyy who keeps blowing up refineries and making things more complicated for the president ahead of the midterms"
“From @dandrezner.bsky.social’s keyboard to God’s ear!” as my little Irish Grandma used to say… Well, she didn’t know Dan, but you get the premise…
Daniel Drezner@dandrezner.bsky.social · 3d agoDemocrats are the Party of Perpetual Worry, but they really shouldn’t fret about the GOP narrowing the race through campaign cash or Trump’s attempt to buy off voters.
🎥 Missed UPK author @stephenknott.bsky.social at the New Hampshire Institute of Politics? Watch the conversation and explore his new book, "Conspirator in Chief": https://f.mtr.cool/e5fzdvvxq5 #UPKBooks #ConspiratorInChief
One key point @nicholasgrossman.bsky.social makes here is that if Dems win the midterms (and win in 2028), deploying congressional power creatively to unwind Elon Musk's sway over the government (contracts, etc) will be essential to any reconstruction: www.ms.now/opinion/elon...
Opinion | Oligarchs like Elon Musk are tightening their grip on the Pentagon
A new initiative named Project Meridian is just one way GOP donors’ influence over defense policy is increasing.
ms.now
For anyone who hasn’t had the opportunity to enjoy @kevinmkruse.bsky.social’s “My man looks like…” collection, this should certainly be a good one!
Dave Kearn@davekearnjr.bsky.social · 4d ago
When Edward Teller was chair of the early AEC Reactor Safeguards Committee, he was considered extremely conservative in his safety demands. His reasoning was that even one catastrophic accident could destroy all public enthusiasm for a technology he believed was important.
Carl Quintanilla@carlquintanilla.bsky.social · 4d ago“.. AI companies are privately gaming out scenarios for a public and political revolt after a catastrophic AI event .. most likely a cyberattack, that shuts down access to financial services, internet connectivity, or even power and water.” @axios.com www.axios.com/2026/10/09/a...
My kids have measles, I can’t afford diesel, I lost my job, and my country just lost a war to Iran. But at least now I can watch firing squad executions on TV.
Holding the Trump admin accountable for its crimes can seem distant, but there are meaningful steps both US domestic opposition & the international community can take, including supporting the ICC, enabling international investigations into disappearances & civilian deaths, & refunding foreign aid
Here’s What to Do About Trump’s War Crimes
Despite the obstacles, foreign governments and U.S. lawmakers can begin the process of holding the president accountable.
foreignpolicy.com
“Space-based missile defense is becoming a realistic option as countries confront increasingly sophisticated threats.” Interesting use of the word “realistic.” 🥸
Andrew Facini@andrewfacini.com · 5d agoOof that is a *rough* key points section
Marx’s response:
Karl Marx Facepalming at Communism
ALT: Karl Marx Facepalming at Communism
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Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com · 5d agoQ: How do you define socialism personally? JD VANCE: I think in reality what it actually means in the American context is you want to replace American workers with foreigners workers, and you want boys to play in girls' sports
So epically stupid. Lisa Su came to the U.S. (from Taiwan with her parents) as a child! Well before she - or anyone - knew what her “contributions” could possibly be! Just arbitrary, silly nonsense.
Aaron Rupar@atrupar.com · 5d agoJD Vance on H-1B recipients: "It's one thing if you were to bring in a person like Elon Musk. I think 99% of American citizens look at somebody like Elon Musk and say, 'if that person wants to come in and build something great in the US, we support that.' But if you're bringing in an accountant... "